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1. and maintenance e Please keep this User Guide for future consultation If you sell the unit to another user be sure that they also receive this instruction booklet e _ Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage and that the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on decal or rear panel of the fixture e This product is intended for indoor use only e _ To prevent risk of fire or shock do not expose fixture to rain or moisture Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating e _ The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation at least 50cm from adjacent surfaces Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked e Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing lamp or fuse and be sure to replace with same lamp source e In the event of serious operating problem stop using the unit immediately Never try to repair the unit by yourself Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center Always use the same type spare parts e _ Don t connect the device to a dimmer pack e Make sure power cord is never crimped or damaged e Never disconnect power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord Caution There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs yourself In the unlikely event your unit m2. at nU 7 CA32F COLORMIX FOOT CONTROLLER MODES ccoo 8 O 8 Hola Cole A AT 8 A o Y Decent A Y A AN A A SAF A UN NU A FU 8 BB CCI CON rad 8 APPENDIX enan TS Ad 9 ENDSPRIME Naiara 9 A NN 9 NMANTENANCE rd A A da dd ddr 10 RETURNS PROCEDURE estara aia 10 O O I A Y I A RI NI Y RW Y 10 GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING a a ati 11 TEcHMCAL SPECIE IC ATION Go o dd UO GU NG ea CG O OO 12 CA32 amp CA32F User Manual 2 Revision 2004 11 03 15 00 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What is included This manual includes instructions for both the CA 32 and CA 32F controllers CA 32 Colormix gt 1xCA 32 gt DC 9V power adapter gt Warranty Card Manual CA 32F Colormix Foot Controller gt 1x CA 32F Foot Controller gt 10m 32 8ft 5 pin XLR cable gt Warranty Card amp Manual Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving a fixture carefully unpack the carton check the contents to ensure that all parts are present and have been received in good condition Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling Save the carton and all packing materials In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing Safety Instructions Please read these instructions carefully which includes important information about the installation usage
3. socket Data PIM COMMS dra On ou ai pin 1 shield pin 2 pin 3 PrOOCO as DMX 512 USITT ORDERING INFORMATION COlI I COMO OR asesinado il CA32 Sol a A o WG HN CA32F CA32 amp CA32F User Manual 12 Revision 2004 11 03 15 00
4. 32F User Manual 8 Revision 2004 11 03 15 00 APPENDIX DMX Primer There are 512 channels in a DMX 512 connection Channels may be assigned in any manner A fixture capable of receiving DMX 512 will reguire one or a number of seguential channels The user must assign a starting address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the controller There are many different types of DMX controllable fixtures and they all may vary in the total number of channels reguired Choosing a start address should be planned in advance Channels should never overlap If they do this will result in erratic operation of the fixtures whose starting address is set incorrectly You can however control multiple fixtures of the same type using the same starting address as long as the intended result is that of unison movement or operation In other words the fixtures will be slaved together and all respond exactly the same DMX fixtures are designed to receive data through a serial Daisy Chain A Daisy Chain connection is where the DATA OUT of one fixture connects to the DATA IN of the next fixture The order in which the fixtures are connected is not important and has no effect on how a controller communicates to each fixture Use an order that provides for the easiest and most direct cabling Connect fixtures using shielded two conductor twisted pair cable with three pin XLR male to female connectors The shield connection is pin 1 while pin 2 is Data
5. Negative S and pin 3 is Data positive S CHAUVET carries 3 pin XLR DMX compliant cables DMX 10 335 DMX 4 5 15 and DMX 1 5 5 FIXTURE LINKING Resistance 120 ohm 1 4w between pin 2 DMX and pin 3 DMX of the last fixture er et ny EN Figure 1 DMX connector configuration ec COMMON e gt y INPUT 0 3 0 OUTPUT Termination reduces signal errors and to avoid signal transmission problems and interference itis always advisable to connect a DMX signal terminator N EN o Es Note If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter CHAUVET Model No DMX5M The chart below details a proper cable conversion 3 Pin to 5 Pin Conversion Chart Conductor 3 Pin Female output 5 Pin Male Input Ground Shield Pin 1 Pin 1 Data signal Pin 2 Pin 2 Data signal Pin 3 Pin 3 Do not use Do not use Do not use Do not use CA32 8 CA32F User Manual 9 Revision 2004 11 03 15 00 Appendix Maintenance To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear fixtures should be cleaned frequently Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency As a general rule fixtures should be cleaned at least twice a month Be sure to power off fixture before conducting maintenance Unplug fixture from power Use a vacuum or air compressor and a soft brush to remove dust collected on external vents and i
6. ay reguire service please contact CHAUVET CA32 amp CA32F User Manual 3 Revision 2004 11 03 15 00 INTRODUCTION Features CA 32 Colormix Controller 9 different hold color buttons for immediate color access e fader access to 32 predefined mixed colors e fade time control e 12 different chase patterns to choose from e chase speed control e master dimmer level e blackout button e full on button e sound button CA 32F Colormix Foot Controller e powered by CA 32 controller e 10m 32 8ft 5 pin XLR cable e rugged pedal buttons e access to Down Up Full On and Mode functions e works exclusively with CA 32 Colormix Controller Product Overview CA 32F Operating Modes gt Blackout LED On gt Hold Color LED Off gt Chase LED Blinking Function Toggles hold colors or chase patterns Toggles hold colors or chase patterns Turns all lamps to full output Selects operating modes blackout hold color amp chase CA32 amp CA32F User Manual 4 Revision 2004 11 03 15 00 Introduction Product Overview CA 32 HOLD COLORS ORANGE DOGO GREEN CYAN O O OC HOLD CHASE Button or Fader YELLOW O O BLACKOUT BLUE WHITE FULL ON SPECTRUM MIX Function Blackout Blackout for all Stage Washes Full On Turn all lamps to full output Sound Activates Sound to Light Mode Master Overall Intensity Speed Fade Chase speed a
7. dad al ETE E 3 aak iai TL EU CVS hn wau a C Y C i KE CA 32 8 CA 32F Colormix amp Foot Controller USER MANUAL Y COLORMIX Je E Q EI a EEI 7 Both items sold individually CHAUVET Voive nnovotion Performance Chauvet 3000 N 29 Ct Hollywood FL 33020 U S A 800 762 1084 954 929 1115 FAX 954 929 5560 www chauvetlighting com TABLE OF CONTENT BEFORE YOU BEGIN lt a Rabo 3 WEA IS TNG LOBED eee ee ie ne eC eee ee 3 UNPACKINS INSTRUCTIONS aca ON 3 SAFER INSTRUCTIONS A 3 INTRODUCTION committed lides 4 NN ES a A AAA AA AER AA AAA AENA 4 PRODUCT OVERVIEW CAFC ataco airada 4 oo A RH I I RR RF RR RY FN 5 SARU SEREN NE NHW EF FIG AUU HF FNAN FF EN NA EF A HA AFF UN HF HARFER 6 So a I N __ CN RR HNN NF 6 CA32 Color CONTO CI a id NN CR Ad HR RR FYR 6 CA32F Colormix FoolL COntroll amp El siii tdt ada YAA GAN e YNA WAN GAD GO ENYN AA FLYNN A OAAO NA TWU YUA YY 6 OPERATING FUNCTION rada ill no 7 CAS2 COME ORTO Ni Y O O Ot a NO Y FN Baa 7 MAS Mu Y IT A HS 7 HO O PP PCR YA CAPO RCO NR E AAN NP ANNA 7 SPECT MIN erasing este aaa eet aa ase alia ata Cea a alone Y et 7 CA TH RA argh heen FR RE ANH FD HYNY FY FY PE FFF ea AREA O Y Ny usa et O da Ds FD Y T ui ube gn A O ate eaten 7 A heen Y HY ARR Y TOO ENEA HF YN AFR WRN CAW HN or Iv YN A RRO FN FE HNN WA 7 BC lt EIN AREENA A GA A AAE AA O AE MA AIG AU RO E AFE AE A NR
8. djust between 1 and 2 5 seconds while conversely affecting fade fader time between chases Chase Spectrum Mix fader Select from preset pattern chases Select from 32 predefined colors Hold Colors 9 buttons provide immediate activation of the most popular colors available Hold Activates Hold Colors palette Chase Activates Chase fader control of preset chase patterns Spectrum Mix CA32 amp CA32F User Manual Activates Spectrum Mix fader for control of 32 predefined colors 5 Revision 2004 11 03 15 00 SETUP Connection CA32 Colormix Controller Using a qualified 3 pin XLR DMX cable as described in the Appendix section under DMX Primer connect the output of the CA 32 Controller to the input of the first TFX 900 Stage Wash 900 CA32F Colormix Foot Controller The CA32F foot controller connects to the CA32 using the 5 pin XLR cable foot controller output located at the rear of the controller This cable is included with your purchase of the CA32F The CA32F will only work with the CA32 Colormix M Controller FOOT CONTROLLER DMX OUTPUT DC INPUT POWER DC 9V 300mA min CA32 8 CA32F User Manual 6 Revision 2004 11 03 15 00 Operating Functions Operating Functions To operate the Stage Wash TFX 900 with the CA 32 Colormix Controller dipswitch 10 on all fixtures must be set to the off position O rg 4 H O Z 10 CA32 Colormix Co
9. ll bulb may have shifted in shipping No laser output Bounce mirror motor may have shifted during shipping J readjust No light output Check slip ring amp brushes for contact Install bulb Call service technician Relay will not work Check reset switch x lt S lt S S NS lt S Check cable connections Remote does not work Make sure connector is firmly connected to device Stand alone mode All Chauvet lighting fixtures featuring stand alone functions do not require additional settings simply power the fixture and it will automatically enter into this mode CA32 amp CA32F User Manual 11 Revision 2004 11 03 15 00 lt S i lt S Appendix Technical Specifications WEIGHT amp DIMENSIONS CA32 COLORMIX CONTROLLER Li A AN NU FFOR HYNNY FF FNAN YD 210 mm 8 3 in Uy Me FE roast teeta a NWR FF A A a FRWNT 140 mm 5 5 in Heidi a A O E 46 mm 1 81 in VSM RY A RH YW YNNI 0 93 Kg 2 06 Ibs WEIGHT amp DIMENSIONS CA32F FOOT CONTROLLER Leng FE Yr HY HR HINI HYN FR AH 305 mm 12 in VCCI ct a idos 174 mm 6 85 in A 119 A N YN AU NR Y AA AH Y UN PH NA Y AN Y AN 44 mm 1 73 in A NO 1 27 Kg 2 82 lbs POWER Operating RANGE cities ned aside ii CHREU REN DC 9V 300mA min Ada gy FER CR RE Ru HRN RF HE Y A RR caidos Provided THERMAL Maximum ambient temperatur6 ieeuui a a Y HL LL Enau 40 104 F CONTROL amp PROGRAMMING Data Ult N TAG DAD locking 3 pin XLR female
10. nternal components Clean all glass when the fixture is cold with a mild solution of glass cleaner or Isopropyl Alcohol and a soft lint free cotton cloth or lens tissue Apply solution to the cloth or tissue and drag dirt and grime to the outside of the lens Gently polish optical surfaces until they are free of haze and lint Returns Procedure Claims Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing call tags will not be issued Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandise Authorization Number RA Products returned without an RA will be refused Call CHAUVET and request RA prior to shipping the fixture Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return Be sure to properly pack fixture any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the customer s responsibility CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace product s As a suggestion proper UPS packing or double boxing is always a safe method to use Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper therefore the damage must be reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise It is the customer s responsibility to notify and submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is damaged due to shipping Any other claim for items such as missing component part damage not related to shipping and concealed damage must be made within
11. ntroller MASTER SLIDER The Master Slider is used to adjust the overall light intensity of all Stage Washes connected to the controller Increasing and decreasing the Master Slider will result in slight color deviation from what was originally set at full intensity HOLD The Hold button will activate the Hold Color function which provides the user immediate access to the colors designated on the buttons The Hold button is activated when the LED just above it is turned on O PURPLE pert FA SPECTRUM MIX fe hn The Spectrum Mix button will activate the Spectrum Mix j slider which provides the user immediate access to 32 pre ES defined mixed colors as listed along the right side of the 4 Ee slider Simply slide the slider up and watch tentatively as the a E colors change gradually It is best to move the slider very sz E slowly in order to achieve the greatest resolution possible so that you don t unintentionally skip any of the 32 colors L F J CHASE p NS 8 E A hu a sl U i The Chase button will activate the Chase slider enabling the user to select from 12 defined color chases as labeled directly along the left side of the slider Positioning the Speed Fade slider will increase the chase speed and shorten the fade time between pattern changes or do the exact opposite as labeled SOUND The Sound button will activate the internal microphone on the c
12. ontroller and enable sound to light triggering of the 12 pattern chases in the controller FULL ON The Full On button will bring all the lamps in all the Stage Washes to full power resulting in a wash of white light BLACKOUT The Blackout button brings all lighting output to O or off The same affect as sliding the Master slider all the way down CA32 amp CA32F User Manual 7 Revision 2004 11 03 15 00 Operating Functions CA32F Colormix Foot Controller Modes The CA32F was created specifically to work with the CA32 Colormix Controller No other device should be connected to its 5 pin XLR connector Turning on the power button on the CA32F will disable the CA32 Colormix Controller This is normal operation To regain control using the CA32 Controller simply turn off the CA32F CHASE MODE To enable the Chase mode press the Mode pedal and hold until the LED blinks The Up and Down pedals allows the user to select any of the 12 chase patterns available HOLD COLOR MODE To enable the Hold Color Mode press the Mode pedal until the LED is off The Up and Down pedals allows the user to select any of the 9 preset primary colors available FULL ON The Full On pedal will bring all the lamps in all the Stage Washes to full power resulting in a wash of white light BLACKOUT To enable the Blackout Mode press the Mode pedal until the LED is on All light output will be brought to O or off CA32 amp CA
13. seven 7 days of receiving merchandise CA32 amp CA32F User Manual 10 Revision 2004 11 03 15 00 Appendix General Troubleshooting Applies to Symptom Solution s a Chacer Auto shut off Check fan thermal switch reset lt S Beam is very dim or not Clean optical system or replace lamp bright 7 Check 220 110v switch for proper setting Breaker Fuse keeps Check total load placed on device blowing Chase is too slow Check users manual for speed adjustment lt S lt S 7 SS Device has no power Check for power on Mains y x Check device s fuse internal and or external Fixture is not Check DMX Dip switch settings for correct addressing responding Check DMX cables v Check polarity switch settings Y Y Fixture is on but there Make sure you have the correct audio mode on the control is no movement to the switches If audio provided via 14 jack make sure a live audio audio signal exists Y Adjust sound sensitivity knob Lamps cuts off Possible bad lamp or fixture is overheating sporadicall p y Lamp may be at end of its life Light will not come on Some discharge lamps require a cooling off period before after power failure the electronics in the fixture can kick start it again wait 5 to 10 minutes before powering up Loss of signal Use only DMX cables Install terminator Y Y Y Note Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights Check 220 110v switch for proper setting No flash Re insta
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